1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1906 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Mini Cooper | Suburban |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 8100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3310 mm |