1961 Fiat 2300 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 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 2300 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |