2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | 21 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
