1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 130 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 1973 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 130 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
