1996 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 357 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. 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 Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Ka | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
