1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
