1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 655 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.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | Mini | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2648 mm |
