1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 128 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2050 mm |
