1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 750 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Camry |
| 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 | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
