1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 128 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
