1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |