2000 Acura Integra vs. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 39 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 991 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | Integra | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 62.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
