1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Dino | Cooper |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2466 mm |