1968 Ford 17 vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | 17 | One |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
