1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
