1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1486 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Mini Cooper | Ram |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |