1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 284 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 2400 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
