1973 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 261 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini One, 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2006 Mini One | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | One |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |