2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
