1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1971 Innocenti Mini is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 40 | Mini |
Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2050 mm |