1991 Ford Probe vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Probe | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Probe | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
