1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Kadett | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |