1967 Audi Variant vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | Variant | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
