1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Pony | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2466 mm |
