1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Giulietta | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
