1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 133 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
