1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 90 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |