1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Mini Cooper | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 48 L |
