1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
