1992 Rover Mini vs. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover Mini | 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
