1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fiesta | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
