1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 34 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Monaro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
