1959 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Consul | Cooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 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 | 0 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |