1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Tata Estate (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 1992 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VI, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | MK VI | Estate |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
