1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 41 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Monaro | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
