1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 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 1963 Austin A 99. 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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 99 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |