1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 24 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1256 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 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 1985 GMC Jimmy 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. 1985 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
