2010 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 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 Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Cooper | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3698 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
