1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 46 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Mini Cooper | Croma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |