1970 Mini MK III vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, both 1970 Mini MK III and 1970 Fiat 130 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III. 1970 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1970 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1970 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mini MK III | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Mini | Fiat |
Model | MK III | 130 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |