1960 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 1960 Austin Princess 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Princess | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2470 mm |
