1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1981 Lada 1200 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 1200 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1981 Lada 1200 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 1981 Lada 1200. 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, 1981 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lada 1200 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 | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Mini Cooper | 1200 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 39 L |