1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 934 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | 8V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
