2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
