1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 18 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 153 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 948 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
