1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 546 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
