1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 328 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Versa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
