1955 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Popular | Cooper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |