1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1982 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1982 Mini MK IV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1982 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 278 kg more than 1982 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mini MK IV, 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1982 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Cabriolet | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
