1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 33 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
