2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Rover 2000 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 1976 Rover 2000. 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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
