1986 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 359 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 80 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
