1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | 1800 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
