1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Holden | Moretti |
Model | Monaro | Golden |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |