1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 42 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Fit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |
