1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2000 Fiat Barchetta 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 96 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |
