1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Musa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 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 |
