1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Lancia Musa. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Musa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
