1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 376 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.
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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
