1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Prefect 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Prefect | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| 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 | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2467 mm |
