1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 275 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 (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper 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 | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fiesta | Cooper |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
