1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 33 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 594 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Innocenti | Hyundai |
| Model | Mini | Getz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
