1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K 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 39 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | K |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
