1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1931 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Mini Cooper | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |