1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB 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 11 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 209 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Monaro | MGB |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
