1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 36 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 136 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dart | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |