2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2013 Mini Cooper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mini Cooper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Seicento | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
