1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 29 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D 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 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
