1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | Mini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2050 mm |
