1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1320 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 77 L |
