1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Innocenti | Simca |
Model | Mini | 1100 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |