1986 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Capri 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 1986 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Capri | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
