1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 1022 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
