1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 559 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 124 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
