1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Tipo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
