2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder 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 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1953 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1953 Riley Pathfinder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mini | Riley |
| Model | Cooper | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
