1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1970 GAZ 24 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 GAZ 24. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GAZ | Mini |
| Model | 24 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
