1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Falcon | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2547 mm |