1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Fiat 1400 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
Make Fiat Mini
Model 1400 Cooper Coupe
Year Released 1956 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3734 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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