1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
