1985 Holden Camira vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Camira | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Camira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2467 mm |
