1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500.
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 (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Monaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
