1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | 1800 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
