1996 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Niva | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |