1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1969 Honda S800 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S800 weights approximately 126 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 Honda S800 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 Honda S800. 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1969 Honda S800 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Mini Cooper | S800 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |