1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1985 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 1985 Holden Camira 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. 1985 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Camira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
