1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 610 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 30 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |