1967 Audi Variant vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 145 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | Variant | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
