1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Panda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
