1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1981 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1981 Mini MK IV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1981 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Coupe | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
