1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 337 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
