1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1965 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 40 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
