2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
