1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mustang | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2466 mm |