1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Festiva | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2467 mm |
