1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1965 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Cortina weights approximately 251 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin 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, 1965 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Cooper | Cortina |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 58.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |