1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 940 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element 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 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Element |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
