1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1981 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 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 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Allegro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1981 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
