2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | 7 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |