1970 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Admiral (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. 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 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Admiral | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Admiral | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |