1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 37 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 538 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Hyundai |
| Model | Mini | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2615 mm |
