1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Fiat 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 750 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |