1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1969 Mini MK III is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III, 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, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1969 Mini MK III | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 1200 | MK III |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |