2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
