1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1966 Innocenti Mini is newer by 9 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 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 50 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Innocenti Mini (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 35 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
