1999 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 898 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1973 Mini MK III | |
Make | AC | Mini |
Model | Aceca | MK III |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |