1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 118 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 507 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 132 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
