1947 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1947 Austin 16 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 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | 16 | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |