1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 690 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Prefect | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2596 mm |