1974 Seat 127 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 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 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Seat 127 2013 Mini Cooper
Make Seat Mini
Model 127 Cooper
Year Released 1974 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 705 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 3961 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1426 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2547 mm


 

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