1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1991 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1991 Mini MK VI is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mini MK VI, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1991 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Bel Air | MK VI |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2040 mm |