1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Dart | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
