1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Dart | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |