2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
