1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1985 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1985 Fiat Vivace 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1985 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
