1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2200 mm |
