1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 127 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |
