1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 Ford Falcon 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 1971 Ford Falcon. 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Falcon | Cooper |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |