1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
