1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 720 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
