1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1946 Fiat 500
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Fiat 500 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 1946 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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.
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1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1946 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Mini Cooper | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 567 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |