1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 95 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |