1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 2300 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |