1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,275 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon 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 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
