1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | CJ5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2467 mm |
