1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | A 90 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 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 | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
