2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Mini | Willys-Overland |
Model | Cooper | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |