1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 36 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1177 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. 2000 Cadillac Seville 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. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Seville |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
