1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 36 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Rio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
