1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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 Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Fairlane | Coupe |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2467 mm |