1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fiesta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2466 mm |
