1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 984 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Mini Cooper | A6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2912 mm |
