1959 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 473 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | Cooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |