1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1271 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 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. 2012 Volvo XC60 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. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Mini Cooper | XC60 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |