2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1972 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1972 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Rondo | MK III |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
