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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 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 85 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.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1968 Ford Escort (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 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 | 1098 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
