1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Monaro | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
