1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1964 Austin A 99 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 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 99 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
