1997 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Puma | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
