1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Capri | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2467 mm |
