1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Prefect weights approximately 88 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 54 L |
