2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Palio | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |