2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover Mini would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 275 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | Mini |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
