1964 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca.
Because 1964 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Aceca | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
