2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
