1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 32 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), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1190 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 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
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1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mini Cooper | Pajero |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |