1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 116 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
Model | Sprite | Monaco |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |