1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1344 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
