1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 13 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 925 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 1976 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, 1976 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Mini Cooper | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1615 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 |