2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Panda | Cooper |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |