1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, both 1979 Innocenti Mini and 1979 Mazda Montrose were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 348 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.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Innocenti Mini | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mini | Montrose |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |