1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 1990 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fairlane | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2467 mm |
