1976 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Mini One.
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, 2006 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 100 | One |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
