1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mini One.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 1400 | One |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
