1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 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 195 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | 750 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |