1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 319 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
