1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 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 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 59 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Monaro | 164 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
