1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1966 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 5 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 16 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
