1965 Mini MK I vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini MK I would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini MK I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini MK I | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mini | Plymouth |
| Model | MK I | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
