1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1970 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 850 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 850 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 1969 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1969 Fiat 850 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1970 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 850 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2150 mm |
