1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1976 Seat 127 is newer by 12 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 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 29 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 127 weights approximately 55 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1976 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 127 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
