2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Viva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
