1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 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 (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
