1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 228 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | Mini | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2430 mm |
