1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V40 weights approximately 550 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, 1998 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V40 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 | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Mini Cooper | V40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
