1972 Volvo 164 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1972 Volvo 164 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 1972 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 164 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | 164 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
