1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | 1300 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
