2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | Cooper | 124 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |