2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Mini | Skoda |
Model | Cooper | L |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |