1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 48 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 480 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila 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 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Agila |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
