2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 29 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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Dart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
