2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1967 Mini MK II
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2058 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1967 Mini MK II | |
Make | Land Rover | Mini |
Model | Defender | MK II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |