1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Fairlane | Cooper |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |