2010 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 333 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Cooper | Fox |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3698 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
