1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 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 83 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Monaco | 146 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |