1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini One, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2004 Mini One | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | One |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |