1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 125 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Monaro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
