1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | 126 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1850 mm |
