1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 28 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 226 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Uno |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 63.9 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 | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
