1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 21 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 42 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 70 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
