1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 1100 | Mini |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |