1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 349 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | Cooper |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |