1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 1500 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |