1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
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 | 88 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |