1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 15 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 890 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 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 1978 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | Mini Cooper | Avanti |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |