1957 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Consul | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
