1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Escort |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
