1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Punto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
