1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
