1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1993 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Panda weights approximately 96 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1993 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 58 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
