1959 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Popular weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Popular | Mini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2050 mm |