1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2004 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Avanti | Mini |
| Model | Avanti | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
