1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | 200 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
