1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 130 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
