1977 Opel Monza vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Monza | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2596 mm |
