1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Maverick | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2596 mm |