2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1973 Volvo 164 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 1973 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
