1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
