1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Monaro | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
