1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1977 Innocenti Mini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 151 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1977 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | Mini |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
