1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1982 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper 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 23 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1982 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Panda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
