1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1427 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 104 L |
