1953 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 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 70. 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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 70 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5600 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 | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |