1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 60 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 2013 Mini 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 40 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
