1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 40 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 403 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Thema |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
