1952 Austin A vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| 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 | 124 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
