1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1965 Mini Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mini Countryman (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 99 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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, 1958 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Prefect | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2140 mm |
