1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1331 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
