1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 850 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 1964 Fiat 850. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 850 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 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 | 670 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
