1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 116 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 684 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Croma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
