1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1981 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
