1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | Mini | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2230 mm |
