1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 37 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 106 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
