1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 28 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
