1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 25 L |
