1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, 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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Berlina | One |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
