1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. 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 13 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |
