1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 23 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 260 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 40 | Mini |
Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2050 mm |