1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 511 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
