1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 472 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | Mini | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |