1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 100 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 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 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
