1965 Honda F1 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda F1 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | F1 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
