1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1170 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 73 L |
