1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 96 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
