1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 95 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
