1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Ritmo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
