1973 Mini MK III vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, both 1973 Mini MK III and 1973 Rover P5B were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 978 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1973 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1973 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mini MK III | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Mini | Rover |
Model | MK III | P5B |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |