1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Mini One.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 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 1900. 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 1900 | One |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
