2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Pride Wagon | MK III |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
