1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Caprice | Cooper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2467 mm |