1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 128 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2150 mm |
