1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 28 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 166 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
