1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 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 132 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
