1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 127 kg more than 1961 Austin 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 41 L |
