1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1716 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Cooper | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 2300 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 141 L |