1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 179 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
