1971 Mini MK III vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 866 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini MK III | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK III | Bora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
