2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1961 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1961 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
