1967 Mini MK II vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini MK II | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | MK II | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
