1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S-MX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
