1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
