1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | 1300 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |