1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 319 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
