1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 209 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Consul | Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |