1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 Insight, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
