1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1976 Innocenti Mini is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1976 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 70 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
