1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1965 Innocenti Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 1900 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
