1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1136 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
