1959 Ford Consul vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 1975 Mini MK III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 479 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK III, 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 Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1975 Mini MK III | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Consul | MK III |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
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 | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |