1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate is newer by 31 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Tata Estate (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 1056 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 1992 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Tata Estate 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 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Mini Cooper | Estate |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |