1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 165 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 1996 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa 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 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
