1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S-MX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |