1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 600 | One |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
