1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 132 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Versa |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |