2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | 2123 | One |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
