1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Opti | Cooper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |