1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 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 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | 1800 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
