1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 520 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 30 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
