2005 Mini One vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 924 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 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 1979 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini One, 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | One | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
