2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Cooper | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
