1973 Mini MK III vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 709 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 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mini MK III | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | MK III | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |