2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1983 Opel Monza 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 1983 Opel Monza. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
