1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 53 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper 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 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 40 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
