1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Festiva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. 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, 1990 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Festiva | MK III |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
