1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1967 Mini MK II
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1967 Mini MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 130 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
