2001 Holden Berlina vs. 2013 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.

Because 2001 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 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Holden Berlina 2013 Mini Cooper
Make Holden Mini
Model Berlina Cooper
Year Released 2001 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 3729 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1407 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2467 mm


 

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