1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Cortina | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2466 mm |