1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Aspire | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
