1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 Fiat 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
