1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 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 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 27 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Monaro | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1582 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 | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |