1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Falcon. 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Falcon | Cooper |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |