1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 2300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
