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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza.
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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 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 Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
