1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1972 Fiat 124 and 1972 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 124 | Mini |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2050 mm |