2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
