1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2467 mm |
