1996 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 600 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 Sonata (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Sonata | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
