1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 1006 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 1972 Rover P5B 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 1972 Rover P5B. 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Mini Cooper | P5B |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |