1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2530 mm |
