1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 450 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 Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto | |
Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
Model | Mini | Grande Punto |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |