1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Mini MK III. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini MK III. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | S-10 | MK III |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
