2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mini | Rover |
Model | Cooper | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |