1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
