1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 807 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
