1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 20 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 136 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Mini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
