1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | Mini | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
