1970 Mini MK III vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini MK III would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini MK III | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | MK III | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
