1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Mini Cooper | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
