1964 Ford Consul vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Consul weights approximately 82 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1964 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Consul | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Consul | Mini |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2150 mm |
