1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 33 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1065 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Cooper | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |