1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Zastava 1300 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 Zastava 1300 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 Zastava 1300. 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 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1300 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 | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
