1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1970 Fiat 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 1970 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1970 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 125 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
