1949 Simca 6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 640 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Simca | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2466 mm |
