1956 Ford Consul vs. 1993 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1993 Mini MK VI is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1993 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 466 kg more than 1993 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Consul 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mini MK VI, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1993 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Consul | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
