1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Ford Capri
To start off, 1982 Ford Capri is newer by 21 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 406 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1982 Ford Capri 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 1982 Ford Capri. 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, 1982 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Capri 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 | 1982 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Capri |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
