1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 25 weights approximately 495 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, 1991 Renault 25 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 25 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 | 1991 Renault 25 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Mini Cooper | 25 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |