1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Today weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.

Because 1999 Honda Today 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, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin Mini Cooper 1999 Honda Today
Make Austin Honda
Model Mini Cooper Today
Year Released 1964 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3060 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1400 mm


 

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