1978 Buick Century vs. 1978 Mini MK IV
To start off, both 1978 Buick Century and 1978 Mini MK IV were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1978 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mini MK IV, 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1978 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Century | MK IV |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |