1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 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 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | 2000 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2466 mm |
