1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Austin | Mini |
Model | A 110 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |