1960 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | 7 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |