1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 99 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Innocenti Mini | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mini | Familia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |