1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 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, 1973 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
