1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 886 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
