2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 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 Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Palio | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2466 mm |