1976 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 124 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Seat | Mini |
Model | 124 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2466 mm |