1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 25 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 896 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 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 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 | 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Mini Cooper | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
