1980 Mini MK IV vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, both 1980 Mini MK IV and 1980 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mini MK IV | 1980 Renault 14 | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | MK IV | 14 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1218 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |