1991 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 80 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1240 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
