1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 150 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.
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, 2005 Lancia Lybra, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
