1963 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 393 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Consul | Cooper |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |