1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |