1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 302 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | Mini | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| 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 | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
