1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Dart |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
