2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lotec | Mini |
| Model | C 1000 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1407 mm |
