1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 116 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 876 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Monaco | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
