1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 51 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 1970 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Centura | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
