1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 48 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 596 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 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Mini Cooper | Terios |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |