1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 236 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
