1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 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) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 60 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
