1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1997 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
