1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Valiant | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
