1971 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1971 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 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
