1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
