1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 22 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Holden | Italdesign |
| Model | Monaro | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
