1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 696 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | Mini | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
