1975 Mini MK I vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1975 Mini MK I and 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK I. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Mini MK I. 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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK I. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini MK I | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK I | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
