1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 524 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |
