1998 Lada 111 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | 111 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
