1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 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 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
