1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 133 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 1977 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 133 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 133 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2466 mm |