1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
