1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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, 2001 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 2001 Mini One | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | 1600 | One |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |