2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 215 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
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, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | MK III |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
