1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 375 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
