1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 2300 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
