1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | One |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
