1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2050 mm |
