1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 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 195 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 912 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
