1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Cabriolet | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
