1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller 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 53 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1967 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Traveller, 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Monaro | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
