1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
