1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1500 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
