1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat Dino 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 1971 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Dino | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
