1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Concerto | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |