1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman

To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Festiva 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
Make Ford Mini
Model Festiva Cooper Clubman
Year Released 1987 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 3957 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2548 mm


 

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