1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 25 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker (135 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 770 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.
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, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler New Yorker 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 | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Mini Cooper | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
