1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Mini One.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2003 Mini One | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 40 | One |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |