1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. Both 1959 Austin A 40 and 1979 Innocenti Mini are equipped with a 997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1979 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 40 | Mini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |