1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |