2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | 144 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
