1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 25 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Monaro | Zeta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |