1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1236 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 1999 Opel Frontera 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. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Mini Cooper | Frontera |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |