1972 Mini MK III vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1531 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini MK III, 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini MK III | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
| Model | MK III | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
