1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1966 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Jeep CJ5 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, 1966 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Mini Cooper | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
