1973 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volkswagen 1302 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 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | 1302 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2547 mm |
