1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mini |
| Model | Cutlass | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2466 mm |
