1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 455 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, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Cortina | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
