1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 654 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
