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Rover Mini MK I Cabrio 1300 (63 Hp)
Overall Rating
Rover Mini MK:
The Mini is a supermini car which has been made since July 2001. Colloquially known as the New Mini, all four generations have been produced as three-door hatchbacks and two-door convertibles, with a five-door hatchback body style added from the third generation. Introduced following the acquisition of the Mini marque by German carmaker BMW, it is a family of retro-styled cars with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The range has been marketed under various names, such as the Mini Cooper, Mini Hatch, Mini Hardtop, Mini One, and Mini John Cooper Works....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Cabrio Overview:
Rover Mini MK (I Cabrio). With 95 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 750 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1300 (63 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.3L engine provides adequate power for the lightweight Mini, offering lively acceleration in urban settings and a fun, engaging driving experience, though not built for high-speed performance.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.3 l/100 km, the 1.3L engine offers reasonable economy for its era, balancing performance with everyday running costs for a classic car.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic classic design
- • Fun and engaging driving experience
- • Open-top motoring charm
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Strong community and parts availability
Cons:
- • Limited modern safety features
- • Firm ride quality
- • Small interior and boot space
- • Higher maintenance for a classic car
- • Not suited for long highway journeys
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1991 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Rover |
| Model: | Mini MK |
| Generation: | I Cabrio |
| Modification (Engine): | 1300 (63 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 63 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 95 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 12A2LK70 More details about the engine 12A2LK70 |
| Engine displacement: | 1273 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 70.6 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.3 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 750 |
| Max. weight: | 1070 |
| Max load: | 320 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 120 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3100 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1440 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1350 mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2035 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1250 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1208 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 145/70 R12 Q |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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