2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Mini | Plymouth |
Model | Cooper | Valiant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
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 | 1125 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |