1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 32 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |
