1971 Mini MK III vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 1971 Mini MK III and 1971 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Mini MK III, 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1971 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1971 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini MK III | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mini | Holden |
| Model | MK III | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
