1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 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 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 162 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, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2370 mm |
