1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 181 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Cooper | Prefect |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 54 L |