1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 231 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dart | Colt |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |