1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. 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 (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Cortina | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
