1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 13 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 13 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Publica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
