1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Falcon | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2547 mm |
