1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S-MX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |