2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
