1960 Mini MK I vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mini MK I would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1960 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Mini MK I, 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mini MK I | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | MK I | 912 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
