1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 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 111 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 133 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
