1993 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Uno | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
