1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Ka |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
