1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Laputa (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 30 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, 1981 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | Mini | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 720 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
