1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 220 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 Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma 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 Croma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | Mini | Croma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
