1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Monaro | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |