1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 700 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
