1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1965 Mini Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Anglia (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 71 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1959 Ford Anglia (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Anglia | Countryman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |