2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | Superlight R | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
