1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 34 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 796 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 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX 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 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Mini Cooper | NSX |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |