1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 110 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |