1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Monaro | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |