1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 2000 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |