1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 229 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
