1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Fairlane | Cooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1452 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |