1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta, 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
