1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 585 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | Mini | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
