1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1826 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 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Cooper | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3490 mm |
