1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fiesta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
