1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 25 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 360 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
