1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 13 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Croma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
