1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Monaro | 206 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
