1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 43 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 544 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 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 | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 207 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 166 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 | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
