1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Holden | Avanti |
Model | Monaro | Avanti |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |