1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 1800 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |