1957 Ford Consul vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 429 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Consul | Mini |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |