1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 41 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Monaro | i40 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |