1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Zephyr | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |