2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 189 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 1970 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Aveo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
