1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Falcon | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |