1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1956 MG MGA. 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Monaco | MGA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |
