1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1400 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |