1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
