1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 79 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
