1976 Mini MK III vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK III | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK III | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
