1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Fiat 126 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 1990 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | 126 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
