1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 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 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Austin | Caterham |
Model | Mini Cooper | 7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |