1971 Mini MK III vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 975 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 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 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mini | Xedos |
| Model | MK III | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
