1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 36 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Vitz |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |