1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 50 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 345 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, 2011 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Picanto 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 | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
