1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 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 380 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | Mini Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |