1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini. 1992 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | Mini | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
