2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 129 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mini | Simca |
| Model | Cooper | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
