1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 891 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 2008 Honda Stream 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. 2008 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Stream |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
