1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1969 Ford 17 is newer by 8 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford 17 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 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 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 | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Cooper | 17 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 87 L |