1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |
