1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 38 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1016 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1974 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mini | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2751 mm |