1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Simca 1100 (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
