1988 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mini |
| Model | Belmont | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |
