1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 1220 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 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona 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 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Mini Cooper | Retona |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |