1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 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), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 180 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno 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 | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Uno |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| 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 | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
