1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 29 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 531 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Visto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
