2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 104 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mini | Fiat |
Model | Cooper | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
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 | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |