1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 126 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |
