1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 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 120 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Monaco | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2160 mm |
