1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
