1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 1400 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
