1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 27 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 206 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 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 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 205 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
