Compare performance (70 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (14100 £ vs 25500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or MINI Aceman?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat Panda has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14100 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 25500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11323 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the MINI Aceman has a clearly edge – offering 258 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.90 s. That’s about 7.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the MINI Aceman performs to a small extent better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Aceman pulls decisively stronger with 350 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 258 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: MINI Aceman offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat Panda is clearly lighter – 1055 kg compared to 1720 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MINI Aceman offers distinct more room – 300 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MINI Aceman performs somewhat better – up to 1005 L, which is about 135 L more than the Fiat Panda.
When it comes to payload, MINI Aceman evident takes the win – 530 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.
The MINI Aceman proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Aceman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.
detailsThe MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.
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Price
14100 £
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Price
25500 - 36200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
303 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
38.5 - 49.2 kWh
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co2
113 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1055 kg
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Curb weight
1720 - 1825 kg
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Trunk capacity
300 L
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Length
3635 mm
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Length
4079 mm
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Width
1643 mm
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Width
1754 mm
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Height
1551 mm
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Height
1514 mm
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1005 L
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Payload
365 kg
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Payload
450 - 530 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 HP
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Power HP
184 - 258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
92 Nm
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
51 kW
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
MINI
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.