1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 726 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
