1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 30 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 406 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX 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 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | CRX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
