1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 30 L |
