1956 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | Mini Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |