1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 1500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
