1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 694 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Holden | Trabant |
| Model | Monaro | Universal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
