1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 34 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mini Cooper | Galant |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |