1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 41 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 104 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 246 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | RIO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
