1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 1200 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2050 mm |
