1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 22 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mini | Premacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |