1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
