1998 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Rover | Mini |
Model | 75 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |