1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 30 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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Skoda | Mini |
Model | Octavia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2467 mm |