1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
