1967 Mini MK II vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 920 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK II, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mini MK II | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | MK II | Senator |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |