1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 805 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
