1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 27 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 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 319 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | Etude |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
