1953 Austin A 90 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 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 225 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2467 mm |