1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 34 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Monaro | Thesis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |