2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 282 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Berlina | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
