1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 968 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
