1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
