1967 Holden HR vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | HR | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |