1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Monte Carlo | 750 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |