2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
