1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2548 mm |
