1976 Mini MK III vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 590 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 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster 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 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mini | Dacia |
| Model | MK III | Duster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2673 mm |
