1986 Subaru 1.8 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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1986 Subaru 1.8 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Subaru | Mini |
Model | 1.8 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2467 mm |