2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 240 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mini | Wartburg |
Model | Cooper | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |