1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 700 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 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
