1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Punto and 1998 Mini MK VII were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mini MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 111 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
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, 1998 Mini MK VII (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mini MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Punto | MK VII |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |