1961 Austin Princess vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess 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 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Princess | Monaco |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3110 mm |