1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 626 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 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 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 405 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
