1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 32 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1085 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Holden | Lotec |
| Model | Monaro | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
