2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 143 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mini | Fiat |
Model | Cooper | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |