1975 Mini MK III vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini MK III | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | MK III | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
