1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
