2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2003 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lotec | Holden |
| Model | C 1000 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
