I fear that there is an element of tint rose to them their glasses..
Original minis were so light due to being tiny, with minimal features etc- the current mini is a lifestyle accessory with all mod cons.
The original was excellently packaged, but very poorly executed. And the carb fed A series could hardly be called efficient
Current one compromises on packaging (only seats 4), but some would argue has a better build quality..
Odd that the height is pretty much even?!