1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 894 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | Monaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
