1981 Audi UR vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | UR | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
