1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1961 Mini MK I
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mini MK I would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1961 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mini MK I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mini MK I. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1961 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1961 Mini MK I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1961 Mini MK I | |
Make | Land Rover | Mini |
Model | Range Rover | MK I |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4554 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |