2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 371 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fusion | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
