1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1206 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Mini Cooper | Korando |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |