1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
