1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2005 Holden Monaro

To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 2005 Holden Monaro
Make Daihatsu Holden
Model Fellow Monaro
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 356 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 33 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 495 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2800 mm


 

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