1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini One, 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Falcon | One |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
