1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 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 146 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
