1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 11 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Mini Cooper | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |