1991 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 80 | Cooper Roadster |
| 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 | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
