1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | 75 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
