1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Monaro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
