1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
