1959 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1995 Mini MK VI is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mini MK VI (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Escort weights approximately 197 kg more than 1995 Mini MK VI.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mini MK VI, 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 Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1995 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | MK VI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |