1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 285 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1976 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1976 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | Mini | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
