1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1965 ZAZ 966 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 ZAZ 966 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 1965 ZAZ 966. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Austin | ZAZ |
Model | Mini Cooper | 966 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |