1958 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Consul | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 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 | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |