1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 843 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 478 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |