1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1969 Mini MK III is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III, 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, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1969 Mini MK III | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 600 | MK III |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |