1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 139 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Monaco | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
