1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Dart | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
