1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1900 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
