1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 127 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2467 mm |
