1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 735 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
