1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, both 1975 Ford Cortina and 1975 Mini MK III were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK III, 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, 1975 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 1975 Mini MK III | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Cortina | MK III |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |