2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Barchetta | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
