1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
