1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Chevelle | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
