2002 Mini One vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini One has manual transmission. 2002 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | One | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
