1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 24 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover 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 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Drover |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
