1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Holden | Scion |
| Model | Monaro | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
