1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Dart | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
