1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1965 Innocenti Mini is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 35 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
