1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 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 141 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 794 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Punto |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
