1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Monaro | 4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |