1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 127 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
