2001 Mini One vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
Because 1964 Rover P6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | One | P6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
