1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 664 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 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 | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
