1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Elantra and 1996 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 613 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. 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, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI. 1996 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1996 Mini MK VI has manual transmission. 1996 Mini MK VI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Hyundai | Mini |
Model | Elantra | MK VI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |