2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 777 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Monaro | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
