1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 595 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
